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George Bernard Shaw

“Never ask an author to autograph a copy of one of his books,” urges Shaw, “without first making sure that all the leaves have been cut open”

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“Never ask an author to autograph a copy of one of his books,” urges Shaw, “without first making sure that all the leaves have been cut open”

Signed book: Man and Superman. First edition. Westminster: Archibald Constable & Co., Ltd., 1903. Hardcover, 5.25 x 7, 244 pages. Signed on the half-title page in fountain pen, “Never ask an author to autograph a copy of one of his books without first making sure that all the leaves have been cut open. See pp. xxvii, 200, 217, 221 and 237. I assure you they are quite worth reading. G. Bernard Shaw, 11/1/24.” Autographic condition: fine. Book condition: VG-/None. Pre-certified PSA/DNA.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Autographs, Artifacts & Animation
  • Dates: #489 - Ended December 07, 2016





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